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Clorox Green Works Natural All-Purpose Cleaner

About.com Rating four out of Five

By Sarah Aguirre, About.com

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The Bottom Line

Clorox's new Green Works line offers the ability to buy natural products, that work well, at a reasonable price. Although Clorox's overall product line may turn away the most ardent environmentalists, the Green Works line is a great choice for consumers who want an, eco-friendly option, that is comparably priced, and works well. The all-purpose cleaner does a nice job on cleaning most surfaces. It cleans well, leaves no residue, and doesn't overwhelm your home with scent. With ingredients derived from things like coconut, corn, lemons, and water, this is a great choice for those looking for a natural cleaner.

Pros

  • All natural ingredients are listed on the product label.
  • Works nicely when compared to other all-purpose cleaners.
  • Biodegradable, plant and mineral based ingredients.
  • Reasonably priced for a natural cleaner.

Cons

  • No antibacterial properties.
  • Only natural lemon scent available.

Description

  • Clorox Green Works Natural All-Purpose Cleaner comes in a 1 QT (32 FL OZ) container.
  • Use on counters, appliances, stainless steel, sealed granite, chrome, cook top hoods, sinks and toilets.
  • Suggested retail is around $3.49.

Guide Review - Clorox Green Works Natural All-Purpose Cleaner

I think I'm a housekeeper like a lot of people. I like to have a clean home, and I'm continually looking for the best products and methods to make that happen. I also care about the environment, and know that the things I use in my home affect my family member's health and well-being. Natural cleaners appeal to me for these reasons.

But I also need effective cleaners, and products that my household budget can afford. Unfortunately all of these elements don't always come together for today's housekeepers. Enter Clorox's Green Works line. By combining naturally derived ingredients, the Green Works line wants to make sure consumers have cleaners that are natural, pure, and effective.

I found that to be true with the Clorox Green Works All-Purpose Cleaner. It worked well on the everyday messes I depend on my all-purpose cleaner to fix. From stuck on spaghetti sauce on the dining table, to melted ice cream on the floor, and muddy handprints on the wall, the all-purpose cleaner was able to perform nicely.

The faint hint of lemon essential oil is pleasant and doesn't overpower the home, but some may wish for more essential oil scent options.

The Green Works line does not offer an antibacterial all-purpose cleaner, yet, although it appears that one may be in the works.

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